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Aerocontrol

Aerocontrol Switzerland is the Zurich based association. It represents about 200 air traffic controllers working at Zurich's area control center and tower/approach control facility.

The high complexity of operationsÂ in theÂ Zurich area, mainly caused by political and infrastructural constraints, is one of the main issues dealt with by the association. Conflicting departure and arrival routes, a fragmented airspace structure as well asÂ restrictive noiseÂ regulations within Switzerland andÂ over Germany, pose a big challenge to the air traffic controllers, who areÂ trying hard to run the system as smoothly as possible.Â High complexity leads to lessÂ capacity and makes it more difficultÂ to maintainÂ the highest possibleÂ safety level. It therefore is the objective of Aerocontrol toÂ achieve a simplification of procedures and to de-conflict the system as far as possible.Â Â

AerocontrolÂ is keen on generally improving and maintaining a high level of quality inÂ air traffic management at skyguide. One prerequisite to that is a high qualification standard ofÂ the air traffic controller workforce.Â By ensuringÂ appropriateÂ working conditions and salaries as well as a secure working environment, promising young people shall be attracted to applyÂ for this demanding but satisfying job. In addition, the associationÂ keeps a watch onÂ selection andÂ training procedures in order to guarantee for optimum output.Â

Aerocontrol also has a strong focus on organizational and structural aspects related toÂ the Swiss air navigation service provider. The association is in constant dialogue with management in order to identifyÂ problems and make proposals forÂ improvement and development. All these areas are covered in close co-operation with other professional staffÂ organizations withinÂ and outside SwissATCA.